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Logistics: No Drivers Needed

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In addition to warehouses, autonomous vehicles in logistics can also be found in airports, harbors and yards. Aubin added that the cooperative began installing fiber optics alongside electric lines about seven years ago, anticipating an ever-increasing need for high-speed Internet. Between July 1, 2015 and July 1, 2016, the U.S.

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State Focus – Arkansas: Expect the Unexpected

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By the BF Staff From the March/April 2016 Issue. The Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA) is a short 20 minute drive from Siloam Springs. Rail also runs through Siloam Springs and the city owns a municipal airport, which can accommodate a variety of jets as well as all sizes of piston engine aircraft.

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Ports And FTZs: Enter With Less Risk

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From the September/October 2016 Issue. An airport of entry (AOE), usually designated with the word “international”, provides customs and immigration services for incoming flights. These services allow the airport to serve as an initial port of entry for foreign visitors arriving in a country. The Nashville Airports Experience.

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Logistics: On the Road, Water or Rails…or in the Air — AGAIN

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By Dominique Cantelme From the May/June 2016 Issue. Its proximity to O’Hare International Airport means that residents and businesses alike have direct, non-stop access to 200 destinations worldwide through 1,400 daily departures. Midwest Airports. billion pounds of cargo landing at the airport. supply chain.

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State Focus: New York – Accelerating Biotech Innovation In The Empire State

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By Ed Felton From the March/April 2016 Issue. One of the prime reasons for Islip’s attractiveness to local, national, and international businesses is the proximity these businesses have to Long Island— MacArthur Airport (LIMA), which the Federal Aviation Administration has defined as being on-par with LaGuardia Airport and John F.

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Unmanned Aerial Systems Industry Taking Flight

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Griffiss International Airport, a former Air Force Base in central New York, is partnering with NMUASC to develop standards for integrating unmanned systems into national airspace and for civilian use. The funds will support the development and global marketing campaign of the test site for unmanned aerial vehicles. Stamas and State Rep.

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Feature Story: 2016 Economic Development Awards

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By Business Facilities Editorial Staff From the March/April 2016 Issue. Our 2016 awards include recognition for the locations that have led the way in smart-grid modernization, innovative funding for infrastructure projects, renewable energy breakthroughs and new tools for supporting startups and entrepreneurs.

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